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15 YEAR OLD CRETIN
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15 YEAR OLD CRETIN
15-year old female cretin suffering from complete cretinism. Date: circa 1900
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Complete Insanity Patients Suffering Cretin Year
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hauntingly poignant photograph captures the image of a 15-year-old cretin girl, suffering from complete cretinism, circa 1900. Cretinism is a condition caused by iodine deficiency during pregnancy, leading to mental and physical impairments. The girl in the photograph exhibits several characteristic features of the condition, including a thick tongue, broad and flat nose, short stature, and a round, puffy face. Her expression is one of quiet sadness, as if she is lost in her own thoughts or world. The photograph was likely taken in a medical institution, as evidenced by the clinical setting and the presence of medical personnel in the background. The girls in the background, who appear to be of similar age, are also cretin patients, further emphasizing the prevalence and impact of this condition during that era. Despite the advances in medical knowledge and the availability of iodine supplements, cretinism remained a significant public health issue in Europe and parts of Asia well into the 20th century. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the lives of those affected by this condition and the medical challenges faced during that time. The photograph also raises questions about the treatment and care of patients with cretinism during this era. While medical institutions provided a place of safety and care, the conditions in these institutions were often harsh and inhumane, with patients subjected to isolation, neglect, and even abuse. The photograph underscores the importance of compassionate and humane care for all patients, regardless of their condition or abilities.
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